Youngstown State University

This study tests whether a mild electrical pulse on the ear (over the vagus nerve) can improve reaction time in healthy adults. Thirty participants will receive a 5-minute stimulation using a TENS unit, and their reaction time will be measured before and after. It is a small, ear…

This study looks at whether physical therapy teachers can use a special rubric to consistently score students' clinical judgment during a simulated patient exercise. About 40 students and several faculty members will take part. Teachers will watch recorded simulations and rate ea…

This study gathers expert physical therapists to agree on when it's important to check vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure during outpatient therapy. About 100 experienced therapists will complete three rounds of surveys to build consensus. The goal is to create a deci…